Tying Flies with CDC: The Fisherman's Miracle Feather

By Leon Links

Learn to tie dry flies, emergers, and nymphs with water-resistant CDC from the first comprehensive and international book on the subject, a classic Para-Emerger, Split-Winged Dun, Black Flying Ant, Mighty Midge, and Skater Caddis Over 100 fly patterns by Ren Harrop, Marvin Nolte, Marc Petitjean, Tetsumi Himeno, Piet Weeda, Elie Beerten, and others

CDC (cul-de-canard) feathers are one of the most popular fly-tying materials. CDC's water-resistant properties make it particularly useful for tying dry flies, emergers, and nymphs, especially in small sizes. Tying Flies with CDC brings together the CDC patterns and tying techniques of creative, innovative fly tiers from around the world. The book has background on CDC, how it was used in the past and how it is used today, and tips on fishing with CDC flies.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0811706796
• ISBN13: 9780811706797
• Release Date: March 2010
• Publisher: Stackpole Books
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 1.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 7.4" x 9.6"